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GulfViews~Additional Carriage House~100yds2Beach~PRIMELocation~Grayton Escape

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Grayton Escape
Front Porch of Main Home
Grayton Escape proximity to Beach Access
Neighborhood Beach Access only 100 yards away

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12208.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Grayton Beach State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Seaside Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Blue Mountain Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom

2 Single Bunk Beds

Guest Bedroom- Carriage House

1 Queen Bed

Living area Carriage House

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

GulfViews~Additional Carriage House~100yds2Beach~PRIMELocation~Grayton Escape

Top Reasons to Book this Lovely home:

* 100 Yards to Beach Access by Boardwalk

* Completely Renovated in 2021- All New Furniture and Appliances

* Carriage House w/ Kitchenette and 2nd Living Area 

* Front Porch + 2nd Floor Balcony w/ Gulf Views

* 4 Bikes Included

* Prime Location! - Walk to The Red Bar, Zoo Gallery, Chiringos, and Tribe Kelly Surf Post - Only 150 yards away

* Gulf Fishing Charters and Beach Chair attendants available at Grayton Beach

* 1.2 Miles from Grayton Beach State Park

* Snorkel the Sea Turtle Reef-more info under Area Attractions below

* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service

*This property is not available to adults Under the age of 25. No Exceptions.*

Have a unique beach experience at Grayton Escape - a 3 bedroom, 2 bath cottage-style beach home with an additional 1 bedroom, 1 bath carriage house. The property has been completely renovated and features all new furniture, appliances, and décor throughout. You will love the open concept kitchen and living area that's separated by a large, island serving bar. The main home sleeps 8 guests, with a king bed in the master bedroom, a queen bedroom, and a bedroom with 2 twin bunk beds. The carriage house is on the second floor above the garage and has a queen bedroom and a sofa sleeper. The carriage house is complete with a kitchenette, a living area, and access to a spacious balcony. Enjoy views of the gulf from the balcony, or relax on the large open porch and embrace the sound of the emerald green waters! You'll be in a prime location of Grayton Beach with a boardwalk to the beach steps away and local hot spots like The Red Bar just 150 yards away! Come make Grayton Escape your family vacation tradition. 

Grayton Beach is a laid-back, organic beach town with old-style wooden beach bungalows and narrow neighborhood streets lined with live oaks. You'll also get a “hippie kitsch” feel having the iconic Red Bar a stroll away. Take the neighborhood boardwalk to the beach or hop on the bikes and head 2.4 miles to explore Seaside. This cool little beach town is also home to the diverse coastal ecosystems of Western Lake and Grayton Beach State Park, and is a gateway to a large expanse of sugar-white beach that is a haven for fishermen, boaters, and beachcombers alike.

Bed Setup:

Main House

Master bedroom: King Bed

Guest room: Queen Bed

Guest room: 2 Bunk Beds, sleeping 4

Carriage House:

Bedroom:  Queen

Living Area: Sleeper Sofa

AREA ATTRACTIONS: 

30A is a fantastic destination, the beaches are some of the world’s best with sugar white sand and emerald green waters. You will find plenty of beach accesses along a 17 mile stretch of Santa Rosa Beach. It boasts unique shopping, fantastic cuisine and the incredible architecture that makes 30A famous. Grayton Beach not only provides you with stunning views, it provides you with activities for everyone; kayak rentals, bike rentals, paragliding, fishing, hiking, and snorkeling -- you'll find it all right here!

Enjoy this Funky, Free-spirited town where you will find quaint historic cottages next to modern beach homes.   It’s an eclectic beach burg with good times, picket fences, funky art, and great dining and shopping. You’ll enjoy the many shopping and dining options such as Grayton Seafood Co, or Trattoria Borago. This is much more than a cool beach town, this location is the best of both worlds, enjoy a quiet relaxing getaway while still having a lot of action packed activities at your fingertips. 

The snorkelers in your group will love the new artificial reef called Sea Turtle Reef, deployed in 2017. Located just 783 feet out from the Grayton Beach State Park access, it is becoming a haven for sea life. Each of the 4 snorkeling reefs comprises 40 acres of permitted sea bottom. The Sea Turtle Reef is at a depth of 12-19 feet. We strongly recommend that snorkelers use a kayak, paddleboard, or other flotation device when visiting the snorkel reefs. Sea conditions can and do change quickly and often. Enjoy!

Property manager

RealJoy Vacations
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Dryer
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

Located in Santa Rosa Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. Shoppers can check out Silver Sands Premium Outlets, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Grayton Beach State Park and Seaside Beach. Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Grayton Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Grayton Beach State Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Seaside Beach - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Blue Mountain Beach - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Santa Rosa Beach - 11 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Mountain Beach Creamery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Amavida Coffee Roasters - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pickle's Snack Station - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Surfing Deer - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is GulfViews~Additional Carriage House~100yds2Beach~PRIMELocation~Grayton Escape pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at GulfViews~Additional Carriage House~100yds2Beach~PRIMELocation~Grayton Escape?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at GulfViews~Additional Carriage House~100yds2Beach~PRIMELocation~Grayton Escape?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is GulfViews~Additional Carriage House~100yds2Beach~PRIMELocation~Grayton Escape located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is steps from South Walton Beaches and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Seaside Beach. Grayton Beach and Seagrove Beach West are just steps away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jody S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

The location of this house is perfect. Only a couple of houses away from the beach. The setup is also great. There is a 1-bedroom apartment above the garage that is great for teens or just to separate families. The house can use some work (for example, the shower doors don't close properly nor do the kitchen cabinets and it is a little dated), but for a beach trip, it is exactly what we needed. The kitchen is also pretty limited (for example, there wasn't even salt and pepper). There is a fenced backyard which is great, but unfortunate because they don't allow dogs. The house comes with 6 bikes which was great. We were two families and there is no dining room table, so having dinner where everyone sits and chats wasn't possible. We also wanted to puzzle and because there wasn't a table, we had to use the bar area. Overall, besides a few quirks, the house met all of our needs.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Angela Jackman H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

The house is fine. The area is getting pretty bad.

We've been visiting this area for 20 years, and it used to be a peaceful getaway. Unfortunately, it's become more crowded and party-oriented. This house was decent, but there were a few minor drawbacks. The bunk beds had thick mattresses that were comfortable but made it difficult to move around -- so I almost wouldn’t count them as sleeping areas unless you sleep without moving. The bathrooms were small and lacked storage space, so we mostly lived out of our suitcases. The kitchen was well-stocked, although we missed having larger cooking sheets. There was a good selection of coffee makers. One thing that did surprise my group was that there was a path from at least one house facing the main road that led through the tiny path between the carriage house and the main house that those from the main street were using as a shortcut to the beach -- which meant that strangers would be walking past our windows/porches at all hours. The "private property" sign on the fence going the other way insinuated that we were prohibited from using the same path, but we ended up using it anyway (which saved a TON of time getting to the main entertainment area from this house). What issues we did experience with entry were handled quickly and kindly, so customer service was excellent. Overall, this rental is a good option, but potential renters should be aware of the small inconveniences.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Maria M.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Haley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Overall this was the perfect location and house. RealJoy was easy to communicate with, we had some trouble on arrival getting in the door. However, RealJoy was quick to answer the phone and assist us with the issue.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

We had a great time. The house is great and close to everything. No need to drive:-)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John and Billie J., Key Largo

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful family vaca

This home and guest house were perfect for our family. There were 5 adults and 2 young children. The bunks were fun for the kids and the guest house was appropriate for the single son. Thanks to the helpful and generous host that allowed us occupancy a bit early after a long day of travel. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Renee M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice, but cut corners

The property is nice and is in great proximity to the beach and other attractions in the area. I wish they didn’t cut so many corners though. No extra toilet paper, paper towels, or even one single extra garbage bag?? For the amount we paid, I would expect a couple extra garbage bags at least. You’d be surprised at how much that kind of stuff means to people and would make them want to come back and/or tell others about renting it.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Enjoyed the facility
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Grayton Cottage/House

Great place to stay but not enough amenities. (Beach towels, toilet paper)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tobi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Will go back every year!

This place was perfect! So close to the beach and to town! My hubby and I brought our three teens and four of their friends, and everyone loved it! We hope to stay here every summer!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danny C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Grayton Escape

Great location, once you discover the cut-through Red Bar and Chringo are an easy walk. Beach access is extremely easy. Bikes included is a nice touch. Worked will for our group of 8.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice location to the beach and nice space above garage.

Loved the location to the beach and overall property. The ongoing construction at the adjacent properties was unfortunate, but it will be nice when it’s complete.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dustin Hirschfeld H., Highlands, nc

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property and location

We are booking again for late spring loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Caprice F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Grayton escape

We have had a wonderful stay at Grayton escape. The unit was exceptionally clean and very convenient to the beach. There was plenty of room. The ocean is visible from the carriage house porch. We enjoyed riding the bikes provided.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful stay at Grayton

Fantastic location and great house, perfect for our family and the carriage house was ideal for our friends that came with us. The walk to the beach was so easy, made coming in and out throughout the day a snap. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful accomodations and fantastic location!

House is beautifully decorated with Joanna Gaines farmhouse/beach decor, very clean, kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed. Back porch got sun in the morning and the front porch was wonderful for afternoon sun and relaxing. Beach is about a 4 minute walk, very close and the walk through to the Red Bar is on the other side of the first house towards the beach, about a 6 minute walk. The 4 Bikes were a plus and the additional beach chairs in the garage were appreciated. And there was more than enough parking for the amount of people and vehicles we had. Nothing bad to comment on. Definitely recommend staying here!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debra H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Grayton Stay

It was our 40th anniversary. We usually have all our adult kids and grandkids. It was very restful for us. Just what we needed. But I can also imagine this house and carriage combo as perfect for our whole crew. Nice walk to the beach and nice walk to local restaurants…yet some what secluded. We will defiantly try to repeat this this rental.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by RealJoy Vacations

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Real Joy Vacations is a professional property management company located in Destin, Florida. We provide Vacation Rentals in Destin, Okaloosa Island, SanDestin, 30A, and Panama City Beach! Something for everyone! We have Affordable family rentals as well as Beachfront Condos and Luxury Homes with Pools! Grab your Swimsuit and enjoy the spectacular emerald green water and sugar white sands of Northwest Florida! By utilizing the latest technology to provide our guests with timely property updates and having maintenance available 24/7 at the tap of a button, we help to provide you with a stress-free stay. The cleanliness of our properties is a high priority. Providing keyless entries so you don’t have to fumble with keys is for your ultimate security. We price competitively, and above all, want you to enjoy your experience. Let us put the Real Joy into your vacation!

Why they chose this property

The Emerald Coast of Northwest Florida is an amazing destination for your beach vacation! Sugar white sands and emerald green waters await. Whether your idea of relaxation is people watching on a beachfront balcony or being right in the middle of the action, we can help you find the vacation property that’s right for you. Our maintenance team, on call 24/7, and our friendly staff will help you to have a wonderful trip!

What makes this property unique

Real Joy Vacations manages properties to fit all budgets! Whether you are looking for a beachfront location, a luxury home with a private pool, or would like a budget-friendly, walk to the beach option, we have properties in all shapes and sizes! Our offerings are fantastic for families because they give you room to spread out. With substantially more space than the average hotel room, most of our properties offer separate living areas, full kitchens, and washer/dryers. Our guests can cook their own meals if they wish and launder their things if needed. You can count on the Real Joy team’s extensive property management experience. From our excellent customer service reps to our cleaning crew, we want you to have a wonderful stay.

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